Recommended Shop

Iyengar Yoga Resources recommends Tools for Yoga (based in the US) and Yogamatters (based in London) for buying yoga props. They both have a big selection of nice and usefull props and their service is excellent.

Tools for Yoga

Manufacturers and suppliers of Tools for Yoga: books, blankets, bolsters, blocks, belts, videos, clothing and more. Brick and mortar store in Madison, New Jersey. Mail Order Catalog and On-line shopping. Part of Studio Yoga, a yoga school in the tradition of BKS Iyengar.

http://www.toolsforyoga.net/

Yogamatters

We sell a range of yoga mats and props inspired by BKS Iyengar. We aim to offer the yoga community the best service and value for money. Based in North London.

http://www.yogamatters.com/

Props

Iyengar Yoga Props - Working Plans

Guidelines for building yoga props by Francois Lozier.

Props and Ailments

An illustrated booklet by Bobby Clennell. The drawings are taken from photographs displayed for a medical symposium at the Iyengar Institute in Pune. The drawings depict the use of props in general and for specific ailments.

Yoga Kurunta

An exploration in the use of wall ropes for the practice of yoga asana by Chris Saudek.

Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health

Key Features:
A holistic approach to yoga, to enhance physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Easy-to-follow, step-by-step sequences with clear, detailed instructions.
Over 1,900 colour photographs, including innovative 360-degree views of yoga postures.
Specially adapted postures for beginners and the less flexible.
Effective therapeutic yoga programmes for alleviating over 80 ailments - from asthma to stress-related headaches.
Suitable for every age and level of ability - from complete beginners to advanced students.

Around the world, increasing numbers of people are turning to yoga as a means of keeping fit and reducing stress. In this comprehensive and highly illustrated guide B.K.S. Iyengar, the world's leading teacher of yoga, shares his unique, holistic approach.

For Iyengar, yoga is more than just a form of exercise; it is a holistic experience that benefits the body, mind and spirit. He outlines the philosophy and ideals behind this ancient practice and explains how yoga can help to counter the stresses of modern living.

Designed for every level of ability, age and physical condition, there are detailed instructions for beginners, intermediates and advanced students. Clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions explain how to perform each yoga asana, or posture, correctly, while a unique 360-degree view of the final pose shows exactly how to position each part of the body.

A special section introduces B.K.S Iyengar's innovative use of props, enabling beginners or the less flexible to practice the classic yoga asanas more easily and effectively. A further section illustrates sequences of asanas to treat or prevent a wide range of ailments. In addition, there is a 20-week yoga course, personally formulated by B.K.S. Iyengar, which progresses from simple to more challenging postures.